Long-segmental middle aortic coarctation: a rare case first diagnosed by transthoracic echocardiography

Abstract Background Middle aortic coarctation (MAC), also known as middle aortic syndrome, is an atypical aortic coarctation characterized by narrowing of the distal thoracic aorta and proximal abdominal aorta. MAC is a rare disease commonly diagnosed by computed tomography angiography (CTA). In thi...

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Main Authors: Jiwei Wang, Canying Yang, Bin Lai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-02-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-022-02475-2